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‘Virtually no debate in Parliament’: SC hears plea challenging EC, CEC appointment law

Times of India - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:55
The Supreme Court heard arguments challenging the 2023 law on appointing Election Commissioners, which replaced the CJI with a Union minister on the selection panel. Petitioners argued the law undermines the Election Commission's autonomy and was passed with minimal debate due to MP suspensions. The court questioned its power to direct Parliament on lawmaking.
Categories: National News

A big question mark over Kerala’s power sector

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:40
The recent electricity crisis in Kerala has exposed the State’s continued inability to tap the potential of its solar power capacity, which has grown phenomenally in the past decade. Lack of ample systems to store excess power generated during daytime is also a dampener. Tiki Rajwi finds out what is ailing the State’s power sector
Categories: National News

Action stepped up against alleged cyber extortion

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:31
Police receive fresh evidence pointing to organised extortion networks operating behind alleged loan apps. Multiple complaints highlight prolonged harassment, data misuse, and intimidation of borrowers. Lack of awareness about data privacy, digital security further increases the risk, say police
Categories: National News

Left parties, VCK stage protest in Madurai

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:30
Categories: National News

Court’s interference in religious matters may break religions: SC

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:29
Senior advocate Raju Ramachandran says India is a civilisation governed by a Constitution; the courts should protect fundamental rights
Categories: National News

'Humko bhi wicket chahiye': Dhoni bowls in nets amid wait over comeback - Watch

Times of India - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:26
While fans continue to wait for his comeback, Dhoni was seen in a different role during a CSK training session on Thursday.
Categories: National News

Chhattisgarh HC acquits accused in 2010 Tadmetla encounter that left 76 security personnel dead

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:26
Court says it is distressed to observe a case of such a serious magnitude, involving mass casualties and grave consequences to national security, has no legally admissible and reliable evidence against the accused
Categories: National News

NCRB reports 313 trafficked in A.P. in 2024

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:24
Of the total victims, 291 are women and girls - majority of whom were trafficked for sex work
Categories: National News

Father of child who died in boat tragedy says his son had a premonition

Times of India - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:20
A 4-year-old boy, Trishan, reportedly showed unusual fear of water and expressed a premonition before the tragic Jabalpur boat accident on April 30, 2026. His father recounted Trishan's words, "Papa, we should not go into the water," and a chilling question asked during the cruise. The family's unpacked luggage serves as a painful reminder of the lives lost.
Categories: National News

Krunal Pandya, Pooran involved in heated on-field exchange - Watch

Times of India - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:15
Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran and Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya shared a brief on-field moment during a crucial IPL 2026 match. The interaction occurred after Pandya bowled a surprise bouncer to Pooran. Both players have a shared history at LSG. The match saw a high score from Mitchell Marsh.
Categories: National News

Karnataka set to approach SC to implement MGNREGA for this year

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 17:15
We are already in May, and the Centre is yet to notify the new Act, frame rules and regulations. No alternative has been provided by the Centre: Patil
Categories: National News

Governor’s remit is to invite TVK chief Vijay and ask for a floor test: former Law Minister Ashwani Kumar

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 16:59
The due process argument attributed to the Governor of Tamil Nadu is seen as a graceless stratagem on the part of the Governor to delay Vijay’s swearing-in despite a deafening popular mandate in his favour, he says
Categories: National News

Kerala election results: Congress high command to pick Kerala CM; most UDF allies for Satheesan

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 16:58
A three-way fight is on in Kerala for the Chief Minister’s chair; outgoing Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan, Alappuzha MP K.C. Venugopal, and senior leader Ramesh Chennithala are in the race
Categories: National News

Gurugram gated societies not letting in enumerators; FIRs recommended against enumerators obstructing Census work

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 16:55
Census Act, 1948 has provision for three years in jail for those found neglecting or obstructing Census duties; Gurugram Census officer writes to RWAs directing entry of Census workers with ID, authorisation letters
Categories: National News

‘No space, too old’: Four from Calvary Temple arrested for abandoning Siberian Huskies in Hyderabad outskirts

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 16:52
The Sangareddy police have written to GHMC seeking details regarding the licence held by the Calvary Temple management for dog breeding and maintenance activities.
Categories: National News

Demographic imbalance in India needs more attention than population control, says RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Hindu - Thu, 05/07/2026 - 16:48
With to Common Civil Code, Mr. Bhagwat referred to the introduction of the law in a few States in India, including Uttarakhand, and expressed optimism that the it will gradually be implemented across India
Categories: National News

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